The Saudi economy is proving resilient in the face of the war in the Middle East thanks to strong fundamentals and diversified logistical and oil infrastructure, said an International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission statement.
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Saudi Arabia’s non-oil private sector strengthened in May, as the latest Riyad Bank Saudi Arabia PMI showed output increasingly sharply as domestic demand improved and supply chains stabilised.
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Iran fired missiles toward Bahrain and Kuwait as the United States carried out fresh military strikes against Iranian targets and enforced its maritime blockade in the Gulf yesterday, in one of the most serious escalations since a fragile ceasefire took hold.
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International tourist arrivals grew 2% during the first quarter of 2026, despite disruption caused by the crisis in the Middle East in March.
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His Majesty King Hamad’s statement during yesterday’s Cabinet session: ‘You were the nation’s strength in times of war, and you remain its enduring strength in times of peace’ was not merely praise for citizens’ stance during an exceptional period.
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Abu Dhabi has imposed a temporary freeze on rents across the emirate, barring landlords from increasing lease rates for residential, commercial and industrial properties until further notice, in a move expected to provide relief to tenants amid heightened regional uncertainty.
Nearly one billion people living in the world's most vulnerable economies could face higher living costs, inflation and slower growth as disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz drive up global oil prices, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has warned.
The countdown to Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2026 has officially begun, with Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) encouraging residents and visitors alike to take part in the various events of the city’s favourite summer festival, which returns from July 2 to August 30.
Global automation leader Emerson has announced it will co-develop next-generation corrosion management solutions for Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies.
Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) has agreed to acquire Aluminium Dunkerque – the largest aluminium smelter in the European Union – in a deal worth $2.2 billion, a report in the Gulf Daily News said.
Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (Mumtalakat), the sovereign wealth fund of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and TRAIL, the French investment company, have announced a strategic partnership under which Mumtalakat will be an investor in SLAM, the first private equity fund dedicated to the Sport, Luxury, Arts and Music sectors.
Kuwait International Airport’s Terminal 1 resumed operations on Monday, receiving and operating flights from international airlines as part of a phased reopening plan.
Dubai has introduced a new legal framework aimed at strengthening social services, protecting vulnerable groups, and enhancing community development across the emirate.
Conflicting messages from Washington and Tehran on Monday deepened uncertainty over the future of US-Iran negotiations, leaving markets and regional observers struggling to gauge whether weeks of diplomatic engagement are moving toward a breakthrough or drifting toward collapse.
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a co-operation agreement with Jafza to advance regulatory integration in support of regulation of roads. The pact aligns with Dubai’s vision and strategic objectives to enhance road safety and ensure the delivery of development projects as per global standards.
Venezuela will host its largest international energy investment summit from October 26–29 in Caracas, bringing together US, Venezuelan and international oil companies, investors, financiers and technical service providers to advance near-term investment opportunities across the country’s reopening energy sector.
AlUla has once again been recognised by Wanderlust, the UK’s leading travel magazine, making its prestigious Green List for the second year in a row.
The Saudi economy is proving resilient in the face of the war in the Middle East thanks to strong fundamentals and diversified logistical and oil infrastructure, said an International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission statement.
His Majesty King Hamad’s statement during yesterday’s Cabinet session: ‘You were the nation’s strength in times of war, and you remain its enduring strength in times of peace’ was not merely praise for citizens’ stance during an exceptional period.
A consortium comprising First Avenue for Real Estate Development Company, Dar Al Majed Real Estate Company (Al Majdiah) and Rekaz Real Estate Company has secured a key contract for the development of the East Hindawiyah District Project in Makkah.
PureHealth, a major healthcare group in the Middle East, has announced the opening of its University of Nicosia campus in Athens through its Greek subsidiary. The university introduces a GenNext model of healthcare education, embedding AI, data analytics and digital health into core clinical training.
PureHealth, a major healthcare group in the Middle East, has announced the opening of its University of Nicosia campus in Athens through its Greek subsidiary. The university introduces a GenNext model of healthcare education, embedding AI, data analytics and digital health into core clinical training.
The countdown to Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2026 has officially begun, with Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) encouraging residents and visitors alike to take part in the various events of the city’s favourite summer festival, which returns from July 2 to August 30.
Bahrain Bourse (BHB) has signed the Pledge of Allegiance to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, thus reflecting its steadfast pride in the kingdom’s wise leadership and reaffirming its commitment to playing an active role in driving its sustainable growth and progress across Bahrain.
M42, a global health leader powered by AI and genomics, has signed an agreement with Arcera, a global life sciences company, to formalise a strategic, non-exclusive collaboration focused on advancing biopharma localisation, clinical development and next-generation healthcare innovation in Abu Dhabi.
Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) has signed an agreement with AJ Industries, an expert in sustainable and innovative automotive solutions in Ajman, in bid to scale its operational expertise, digital platforms and e-hailing capabilities to support the mobility ecosystem in the emirate.
Fintech.TV, the global broadcasting platform for entrepreneurs and investors based at New York Stock Exchange, has announced a landmark partnership deal with Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Group to establish the region’s first international financial news studio reporting 'live' from a stock exchange.
One Indian national was killed and 63 people were injured following Iranian missile and drone attacks on the Kuwait International Airport in the early hours of Wednesday, according to reports.
